Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff

This Banff museum serves to celebrate the arts and culture of the Rocky Mountains and Banff National Park. The Whyte's art collection reflects the evolution of visual arts in the Rockies, featuring artists from the region. The history of mountain recreation, transportation and commerce, pioneering artifacts, Native Canadian materials and Japanese materials make up the museum's unique Heritage Collection. The museum shop offers a large selection of books, postcards and posters devoted to Rocky Mountain culture. Admission to the museum is CAD6 for adults and CAD3.50 for students and seniors.